Mint Cookies & Cream Ice Cream

If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at homemade ice cream but were afraid that it’d be too difficult, you have to try my ridiculously simple Mint Cookies and Cream Ice Cream recipe! Made with just 8 ingredients and only about 10 minutes of active time, this refreshingly minty riff on Oreo cookies & cream ice cream is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients Sweetened Condensed Milk Heavy Cream Whole Milk Vanilla Extract Mint Extract Salt Matcha Powder Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

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Combine all ingredients except cookies in a large measuring cup (easier for pouring) or mixing bowl.

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Whisk to combine.

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Churn according to the ice cream maker manufacturer's instructions. In the meantime, break Oreos into bite-sized pieces.

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Add Cookies. When the ice cream is about 5 minutes from being done churning, tip in the crushed cookies.

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Pack the ice cream into a freezer-safe container. Press a piece of parchment directly on top of the ice cream to prevent ice crystals from forming, then wrap tightly in plastic or place the lid on.

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Freeze for about 4 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.

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Enjoy!

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